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Canadian Live Music Association releases benchmark study on the industry’s economic impact
New study provides hard data on the live music industry’s economic impact on Canadians, including a $10.92 billion annual contribution to GDP and creation of over 100,000 jobs.
Sarah Harmer to be recognized at The 2025 JUNO Awards Gala
The International Achievement Award will be awarded to Boi-1da and Sarah Harmer on March 29.
City announces recipients of the 2024 Mayor’s Arts Awards
Mayor Bryan Paterson recognized the recipients of the 2024 Mayor’s Arts Awards at a special reception at City Hall.
Napanee youth to perform at Canada’s Teen Jam Finalist Showcase
Jade Peter, Third Time's A Charm head to Toronto for finalist competition this February.
The Isabel Voices prepare for international tour
Talented Kingston-based choir’s large ensemble is eagerly preparing for a rare opportunity this coming June.
Kingston's The Kildeers release first single
The Escape precedes the indie-folk trio's debut album this spring
Christmas comes early with $2,500 for Young People's Recording Studio
Town of Greater Napanee Community funds Harmony Lounge & Music Club's Young People's Recording Studio project.
New West-End Toronto Venue Books Chris Brown & Kate Fenner, BASIC, Samantha Crain
The Geary Avenue event space comes handily attached to Blood Brothers Brewing
Take a seat: Sit Down Sundays creates casual setting for musicians
Kingston promoter fulfilling growing demand for relaxed live music experiences
Raising Our Voices: Kingston tea concert to address gender-based violence
Aruna & The Sirens, The Caledonias set to perform at special Solidari-Tea concert at Next Church, November 30.
Kingston rehearsal centre reopens after two years without a home
Just shy of two years since the closure of its initial location, Roswell Rehearsals has reopened its doors to local bands and musicians.
Arkells take Clark Hall Pub by surprise in pop-up performance
Long-awaited comeback concert electrifies Queen’s campus
Kingston filmmaker raising funds for feature indie flick spotlighting local music
Still Alive in Kingston starring Bill Welychka, local pop, rock and hip-hop acts to premiere at KCFF this winter
I Mother Earth returns to Kingston for club show
Edwin and band set to rock The Ale House on November 28
FACTOR, Musicaction announce new pilot promoter program for live sector
More history is made for Canada’s live music industry.
Greater Kingston Chorus Invites New Singers to Open House Event
Event includes a free 2-month trial for new members.
Reviving Kingston’s underground rave scene one renegade at a time
Forging an inclusive scene in an age of cishet, white, male-dominated lineups
Check out the lineup for this year’s Slaight Music Video Program
Pairings for the 4th edition of the Slaight Music Video Program were announced October 1 at The Broom Factory
Kingston bands come together to support local musician
Five acts set to rock fundraiser at The Grad Club October 19 for Alex Young
Carnelian starts semester strong, while focusing on the future
Playing the ORT Mystery Concert and headlining their first show, it’s been a busy time for the band
The Gertrudes release internationally acclaimed music video for Carry On
Kingston's Slaight Music Video Showcase program produces international award-winning result for The Gertrudes
Kingston musicians take on POP Montreal festival
Three Kingston acts took centre stage in Montreal last Friday through collab with Spring Reverb.
Need for venues takes centre stage in Kingston’s music scene priorities
With the closure of Blu Martini, Kingston finds itself with a gaping hole in the venue ladder.
Riley Green brings his Damn Good Country Music tour to Kingston's Slush Puppie Place on April 3
Advance tickets on sale Friday, September 27 at 10 am
CFRC launches new residency program to kickstart music careers
Musically inclined students encouraged to apply for new paid radio residency
City of Kingston announces Intercultural Arts Festival
Empire Life presents the Intercultural Arts Festival at Confederation Park, on Sunday, Sept. 22.
The Tragically Hip 40th anniversary documentary strikes a chord with fans of new and old
The four-part documentary is set to release on Prime Video in 2024
Entertaining: New theatre group set to make its debut
Musical "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten" opens today at The Spire is the first production by new Seniors Theatre Group.
Kingston down a music venue as Blu Martini announces closure
After 10 years of operating in Kingston’s downtown, Blu Martini announced on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, that the business would be closing in one week.
TIFF 2024: The Tragically Hip's 'No Dress Rehearsal' Tears Down the Myth While Honouring the Legacy
Directed by Mike Downie, the film stars The Tragically Hip, Jay Baruchel, Bruce McCulloch, Will Arnett, Geddy Lee, Dan Aykroyd, Ron MacLean, Sarah Harmer, Tom Wilson, Justin Trudeau
Local musicians launch new music label and sync library for Kingston artists
FASTFAST Music for Media envisioned as new service for music supervisors to license Kingston-made music for film, video game and other media.
Rooftop Caravan releases their debut album
Queen's student-led band makes waves in the Kingston music scene
The fourth annual Westporch Festival announced
Westport's annual outdoor, local live music walking tour takes place September 21.
Gord Downie rejected offer to become a hologram in his final years, bandmates say
Gord Downie wasn’t interested in ever becoming a hologram musician.
Mo Kenney comes to Kingston touring new LP
Celebrated Nova Scotia singer-songwriter and guitarist celebrates fifth album release at The Broom Factory on September 21.
R.C.H.A. Club announces 2024 golf tournament announced
Annual fundraiser to take place Sunday September 8 at the Garrison Golf Club
Wild Rivers release third LP, Never Better
Kingston-born, JUNO-nominated folk-rock trio plan extensive supporting tour including Osheaga and Edmonton Folk Festival.
The Arrogant Worms tap fans for new album funds
Trio aims to raise $20,000 for first album in 8 years.
The Wilderness opens Evergreen Recording Co.
Kingston band turns old farmhouse into modern recording studio just north of the city.
Nominations now open for the 2024 Mayor’s Arts Awards
Nominations are due by Friday, August 9 at 5 p.m.
AcceleratiON applications set to open week of September 30
Ontario Music Investment Fund program aims to invest in new and emerging Black- and Indigenous-owned music businesses.
The Strange Happenings premiere their first single
Subanimal is the first single release from the Kingston band's forthcoming debut album, Realmlord.
Kingston Arts Council and the City of Kingston announce 2024 CKAF recipients
11 Operating Grants and 17 Project Grants were awarded through the 2024 City of Kingston Arts Fund, for a total funding allocation of $613,088.
The Meringues release new single with album announcement
Kingston band reveals Shambles will be first single from new LP out September 2024
Inaugural U20 Rockfest a success
The festival brought together five of the region’s best under-20 bands for a free, non-competitive afternoon of music.
Avril Lavigne Appointed to the Order of Canada
Napanee native recognized for exceptional contributions to Canada and humanity.
Rockin' the Square returns to downtown Kingston July 26
Crash Test Dummies and Piner set to rock the City's annual, free, outdoor concert in Springer Market Square.
Queer liberation in Kingston requires modern nightlife
From past to present: Kingston’s queer nightlife scene
Young Music Professionals announces launch
New network for music business workers under 35 seeking members to connect across subsectors; with industry veterans; and with resources and opportunities.
Local Arts Residency returns for a fourth year to Kingston Grand Theatre
Shanique Peart and Shenel Williams, Krista Muir, and Chantal Thompson selected for 2024 artists-in-residence.
Napanee’s U20 Rockfest to Showcase Region’s Emerging Bands
A non-competitive celebration of music featuring youth musicians from Belleville, Kingston, and Greater Napanee.
The Ontario Festival of Small Halls Returns for 2024
A wealth of artists perform at intimate sites in communities across Ontario from October through December 2024.
Pop royalty alert: Paula Abdul, Taylor Dayne, and Tiffany together at Slush Puppie Place!
Tickets for the Paula Abdul's Straight Up Canada tour stop in Kingston go on sale Friday, June 7
Love for the Grad Club: A Fundraiser for Kingston's Heart of the Music Scene
On Sunday, June 9th, the Blu Martini will host a special fundraiser to support the Grad Club, a beloved music venue in Kingston that has been facing financial difficulties. The event, organized by local musician and guitar legend Tom Savage...
91X Indie Song Pick of the Day – Third Time’s A Charm, Fading Innocence
Third Time's a Charm's debut release, "Fading Innocence," chosen for Indie Song of the Day
Charmed Timing for Napanee Band
Napanee band wins Battle of the Bands competition on the eve of their debut single release.
Unforgettable Performances Await: Grand OnStage 2024-25 Season Artists Announced
A new season of more than 40 shows goes on sale May 28 for subscription packages at Kingston Grand Theatre.
Napanee-Belleville band wins Battle of the Bands, prepares to drop debut single
On Saturday, May 11 Third Time’s a Charm won first place in the High School category at the annual Juvenis Festival Battle of the Bands competition in Kingston.
Kingston roots rocker Christopher Jackson unveils new single
"Best of Me" blends seventies roots rock, alt-country, and folky Americana.
Skeleton Park Arts Festival Announces Exciting 2024 Lineup
Skeleton Park Arts Festival is gearing up for its nineteenth celebration on June 22nd and 23rd, 2024, set in the charming environs of McBurney Park and its surrounding areas in Kingston, Ontario. Timed with the summer solstice weekend, this...
Skeleton Park Arts Festival announces 2024 lineup
Kobo Town, Status Non Status and Kington's Sadaf Amini among artists to perform for festival's 19th year.
CLMA Launches Survey to Assess Economic Impact of Canada's Live Music Industry
Live music industry workers—including artists, venues, promoters and managers—encouraged to take first-ever survey by June 6, 2024
Arkells bring Big Feelings tour to Slush Puppie Place
Hamilton natives return to the Kingston on Thursday, October 24
Shawn Desman comes to Kingston
Multi-platinum artist announces return to Ontario and show at The Ale House, November 20
Hey, can you turn it up? Slush Puppie Place announces sound system upgrades
Slush Puppie Place is upgrading its audio system this summer.
16th annual HomeGrown Live Music Festival
Kingston's annual celebration of live, local music returns Saturday, May 4, 2024
Luella drops another single and video
Local indie-pop artist releases new song, Do You, with self-directed music video
The Stephen Stanley Band release single and video for Hey Darlene
Taken from their latest album, Before The Collapse of The Hive, out now on Wolfe Island Records.
CLMA Responds to Budget 24: Increases for Festivals, Performing Arts
CLMA President heralds increase to Canada Arts Presentation Fund as a "…step in the right direction."
David Francey, The Road to the Junos, Again
Local singer-songwriter wins fourth JUNO Award placing him in the top 100 winners.
Kingston's storied Grad Club facing closure as Queen's hikes rent
Venue that hosted early Tragically Hip shows told rent will rise 300% over 5 years
Music strategy to take first steps with calls for advisory committee
Kingston seeking advisory committee members to bring transparency and accountability to Tourism Kingston's new Music Office.
The Tragically Hip Unveil Anthology 'This Is Our Life'
A deluxe, hand-crafted book-and-record box set edition will be available through Genesis Publications, limited to 1,000 copies
Government Increases Canada Music Fund by $32 Million
A Significant Step Forward for Canada's Music Sector
Luella drops new disco-inspired dance track, Gogo
Kingston indie-pop artist marks 20th birthday with new song and video
Miss Emily crowdfunding new album with all-star cast
Award-winning Kingston artist aims to raise $20,000 in 30 days
Spring Reverb returns for 2024
The third edition of the popular Kingston music festival to take place May 30 to June 2.
Call for Applications: 2024 Local Arts Residency at the Kingston Grand Theatre
The deadline to apply for July residency is Tuesday, April 9.
City and Tourism Kingston hit play on Kingston Music Strategy with new strategic partnership and call for participation in Advisory Committee
Community members who want to get involved are invited to submit a letter of interest by March 29.
The Queen's Grad Club faces an austere future
Drastic rent hikes imperil this venerable—and valuable—venue.
The JUNO Awards return to Vancouver in 2025, live on CBC
City hosts Canada’s Biggest Night in Music for the fifth time.
Launching International Women's Day Week with performance of Have You Seen My Sister?
A special performance of the song suite focusing on eastern Ontario victims of gender-based violence at Kingston City Hall, Monday March 4, 2024.
Exclusive pre-sale access: Steve Miller Band at Slush Puppie Place
Legendary Steve Miller Band set to rock Kingston on June 25. Pre-sale ends Thursday, February 29 at 10 pm.
Applications are now open for the City of Kingston Arts Fund 2024
The Kingston Arts Council (KAC) is now accepting applications for Operating and Project Grants as part of the 2024 City of Kingston Arts Fund (CKAF).
Gravelfest paves the way for Voodoo Rockfest 9
Rock music fundraiser aims to help Voodoo Rockfest enter its next decade stronger than ever.
City of Kingston celebrates grand opening of Slush Puppie Place
The City of Kingston and Kingston Frontenacs mark the transition from Leon’s Centre to Slush Puppie Place.
Juvenis Festival calling Kingston bands to battle May 11
Blue Canoe youth-focused arts festival now accepting applications for annual Battle of the Bands until March 15.
Young adults are going out less than ever. Here’s what it means for university town bars
Students are changing their habits, and bars are scrambling to adapt.
The Tragically Hip Named 2024 Record Store Day Canada Ambassadors
Live recording of Kingston band’s 1993 show at CBGB's available for the first time on vinyl and cassette format on record store day, April 20
HomeGrown Live Music Festival now accepting applications
Kingston's annual all-local music fest is calling artists from all genres and all experience levels to apply to perform May 4, 2024.
Obituary: X-Ray (Michael) MacRae
Kingston-raised club owner and music booker played huge role in legendary Toronto music venue The Horseshoe Tavern.
QMT’s ‘The PROM’ cast didn’t need a spotlight to be illuminating and electric
‘The PROM’ is filled with comedy and activism
Music school next victim of University’s budget cuts
Queen’s University axes 12 course codes, student to professor ratio increases threefold
Entertaining: Same operation, new location as Embassy Live Music Cafe returns
Popular weekly alcohol-free live music event relocates to The Spire in downtown Kingston.
Sons ring in 2024 with New Year's Eve House Party
A review of The Glorious Sons hometown performance, December 31, 2023 at Leon's Centre in Kingston
Kingston moves forward with music strategy, music office
City allocates $200,000 for new Music Officer's salary, plus staffer
Fort Henry now accepting performer applications for 2024 events
Apply now to play YGK Craft Beer Fest 2024 and Fort Henry's Eclipse Event
Family fun in Kingston on New Year’s Eve
Kick off your New Year’s Eve with K-Town Countdown brought to you by Canada Royal Milk
Grand OnStage announces pre-Boxing Week sale
For a limited time, tickets for these 10 performances are priced at just $20.24 each, all in.
Leon's Centre could soon be Slush Puppie Place
City Council to consider proposed name at meeting December 19, 2023
City set to approve Music Strategy, fund new Music Office
Arts, Recreation & Community Policies Committee meets December 13 to carve $200,000 from arts budget for Tourism Kingston
36th annual International Live Music Conference (ILMC)
The 2024 edition of the world’s top gathering for the international live music business set to take place February 27 to March 1, 2024 in London, UK.
Grand OnStage offers deep discount to Kingston dancers
Save 50% on tickets to In My Body featuring Bboyizm at Kingston Grand Theatre November 30
Nothing for Live Music in Fall Economic Statement
No commitments for live music in federal government’s Fall Economic Statement
The Stephen Stanley Band celebrates new album Before The Collapse Of The Hive
Six years in the making, latest release from Wolfe Island Records honours Toronto broadcaster Dave Bookman
Miss Emily nominated for 2024 Maple Blues Awards
Beloved Kingston singer up for Female Vocalist of the Year
City announces recipients of the 2023 Mayor's Arts Awards
Kingston singer-songwriter Savannah Shea among this year’s honourees.
Kingston Arts Council unveils online Grants Board
New website addition shows current local, provincial, and federal grant opportunities.
The Legendary Downchild Blues Band announce The Longest 50th Anniversary Tour
Grand OnStage presents the acclaimed, JUNO Award-winning band at Kingston Grand Theatre November 10
New Study: Reflections on Labour Challenges in the Live Music Industry
Canadian Live Music Association releases report on state of live music workforce in Ontario and its challenges following COVID-19.
Spotify launches hub for artists’ merch
For artists struggling to make money from streaming, merch offers a lifeline.
16th season of Grand OnStage offers two pay-what-you-want shows
Experience The Little Pear Garden Dance Company’s Spectrum of Connection in November and Spirit and Tradition by The Dancers of Damelahamid in May at Kingston Grand Theatre by donation.
Join Kingston Live on Discord
A place for Kingston musicians, bands and artists to connect, communicate, and build a stronger community.
Learn sonic branding with SoundWise
Free workshop in November shows how to bring a brand identity to life through sound.
Announcing the 2023 Mayor’ Arts Awards
Annual awards ceremony takes place Monday, November 6 at 7 p.m. in City Hall
MMF shows artists the legal ins-and-outs of the music business
New webinar series exposes critical aspects of entertainment law Canadian musicians need to know.
First-ever Music Merch Market coming to Musiikki Café
Pop-up market gives local musicians and bands no-cost space to sell their merchandise and show off their music.
KCFF unveils Slaight Music Video Program recipients
Ten funded creative collaborations to be revealed September 21 at The Broom Factory.
Tim Hicks announces Kingston concert date
Country star brings his Campfire Troubadour Tour to the Isabel on November 16.
Call for Submissions: Hometown Impact Talent Showcase
Cultivate Kingston offering $1,000 to winner of local talent contest.
Work underway to transform historic Kingston church into modern performance venue
Officials at The Spire are working to turn the 170-year-old building into a dedicated performance space.
The Hip release first in series of new singles
Bumblebee is the first of five never-before-heard songs.
The Blue Skies Community Fiddle Orchestra resumes
Group classes start up on Saturdays in Sept 2023 at the Maberly Hall, under direction of Cindy McCall.
Belle Park Project Presents “Unearthed” August 26-30
A weeklong series of installations, performances and conversations at Belle Park and the Art and Media Lab in the Isabel Bader Centre.
Quebec Band RedFox will play at Chaffey's Lock Community Hall
The Chaffey’s Lock and Area Heritage Society (CLAHS) hosts Quebec-based band RedFox on Saturday, August 26, 2023.
New album by The Gertrudes celebrates community, debuts next-gen members
Greg Tilson discusses new album and band’s enduring legacy.
Kingston Circus Arts makes public appeal for $100,000
Ousted from their current home, funds are needed for an expensive move.
Kingston Music Video Program seeking applications
Local music acts can still apply for funding consideration.
Thriving in Colour: Emancipation Weekend 2023 Celebrations
The annual Kingston Emancipation Weekend Celebrations take place July 27 to August 1, 2023 under the theme "Thriving in Colour".
Tourism Kingston launches series of Creative Kingston Walking Tours
Nine new walking tours allow users to explore the past and present of film, music, and literature in the Limestone City.
"For Darcy" Fundraiser Concert hopes to raise money for local family & research towards multiple sclerosis
Lowest of the Low headline this fundraising concert, September 3 at The Creekside just north of Kingston.
City announces Local Arts Residency Program 2023 artists-in-residence
Megan Hamilton, Benedictus Mattson, Devanshi Mishra and Movement Market Collective, David Parker and Jane Kirby, and funk ensemble Nice On chosen for this year's residencies from July 4 through 28 at Kingston Grand Theatre.
Back from the east coast, The Wilderness head into the studio
The Wilderness’ Nick Lennox discusses Labrador tour, new album on the way
The Stephen Stanley Band announce Indiegogo fundraiser for "Before The Collapse Of The Hive"
Stephen here. Today marks the launch of my band's 2023 Indiegogo campaign that aims to land our new record "Before the Collapse of the Hive" in your hands as soon as possible.
The Gertrudes announce new album release
The Kingston collective's latest LP Just to Please You due out August 18, 2023
Skeleton Park Arts Festival announces 2023 lineup
Skeleton Park Arts Festival, in its 18th year, runs June 21-25, 2023
HomeGrown music festival returns with 113 acts, 11 venues
The 15th annual HomeGrown Live Music Festival takes place in downtown Kingston on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
Martha's Table mixes music with food for fundraiser
June 16 event will raise money for expansion needed to address surging demands on Princess St. facility.
A bigger, better beer festival this June at Fort Henry
YGK Craft Beer Fest expands the experience with premium tickets, a larger space, a patio, indoor lounge and washrooms.
Inside The Manic Boys And Girls Club
Fernando Ferreira sets expectations for the band's April 29, 2023 performance at The Mansion in Kingston.
Yamato drummers celebrate 30th anniversary at Kingston Grand Theatre
Japan's modern Taiko troupe brings their Hinotori – The Wings of Phoenix show to Kingston on April 14
Michael C. Duguay's latest collab blends bands, genres
The Kingston composer and producer will be joining New Hermitage and Joyful Joyful as artists-in-residence at Hotel Wolfe Island.
New Piner single, video spotlights housing crisis
A Part Of It urges Canadians to challenge government officials to incentivize affordable and non-market housing.
Juvenis Battle of the Bands call for submissions
The annual festival is accepting applications from Kingston-based bands and musical mentors until March 24.
New survey lets Kingston stakeholders inform Music Strategy
The City of Kingston calls on musicians, music sector workers, and anyone who appreciates music, to take part.
Tourism Kingston's Bandwidth series begins with "Record the Hit"
A Tourism Kingston local music education session featuring Justin Tessier of The Blue Stones, and Zane Whitfield or North of Princess Recording Studio.
HomeGrown Live Music Festival 2023 call for artists
Kingston's all-local live music festival returns full-strength on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
KCFF announces Slaight Music Video Showcase
11 new music videos by Kingston musicians and filmmakers set to screen at Kingston Grand Theatre on March 4, 2023.
Canada's first family of Celtic music continues Christmas tradition
Natalie MacMaster reflects on a decade of her and husband Donell Leahy's popular Christmas tour, ahead of their Grand OnStage performance in Kingston.
Steven Heighton, SPAF amongst Mayor's Arts Awards recipients
Kingston music festival and musicians were honoured at presentation on November 9, 2022.
Queen's conference highlights “The Work That Music Festivals Do in the World”
Queen's University hosts conference addressing roles that music festivals play in our communities, October 14-15, 2022.
The Mahones announce album release date for Jameson Street
Trend-setting Celtic punks serve up drinking shanties on a new album
KPP brings concert series to the Kingston Penitentiary
The Mattress Shop Series will see three live music events inside the Kingston Penitentiary.
Unison providing more financial relief for live music workers
Applications are now being accepted for Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund
New recovery programs could benefit Kingston's live music sector
CACRP recovery fund will help ease the financial risks for live music venues, festival organizers, promoters and artists.
Limestone City Blues Festival is full-on this August
Return to full-format, the Kingston blues festival promises phenomenal weekend of music.
Kingston Live up for Canadian Live Music Industry Award
Volunteers to attend award ceremony hosted by Jully Black on June 10 in Toronto as part of Canadian Music Week.
Skeleton Park Arts Festival returns
Kingston’s favourite solstice celebration is back after two-year pandemic hiatus.
Kingston artists pool recordings to save Roswell Rehearsals
New music compilation featuring 25 Kingston bands and artists aims to raise funds for rescue effort.
SYML builds momentum on Sacred Spaces tour
An interview with SYML's Brian Fennell about his Sacred Spaces Tour and upcoming live performance in Kingston on May 14.
Forty Seven Teeth open up about four-year hiatus and new album “Apologies”
Anna Robertson and Dee Prescott share details on surprise new album and future plans.
Saving Kingston's Roswell Rehearsals
Kingston's music community bands together to help save a beloved—and rare—west end jam space.
KPP Concerts announces inaugural Spring Reverb festival
Applications now open until April 19 for local performing artists.
Homegrown Live announces 2022 festival lineup
Kingston's annual, all-local music festival takes place Saturday, May 7
New Shook Planet single signals new sonic direction
Ted Evans cements a sound for his solo project with release of "Let It Go."
Homegrown Live 2022 call for artists
After a tumultuous two years, the all-local music festival is back on for Saturday, May 7, 2022.
Kingstonist launches online radio station
New free service streams digital music by local Kingston bands and artists 24/7.
The Gertrudes spotlight Kingston’s housing crisis
New "Boys' Town" music video a reminder of housing scarcity in city.
Ontario raises capacity limits on live music venues and more
Indoor capacity limits and proof of vaccination requirements could be lifted altogether by March 1.
Updates to public health measures impacting live music
More restrictions lifted permitting food and drink indoors, return to regular operating hours.
Live music restrictions easing January 31
Starting January 31, live music venues can operate at 50% capacity, with 100% capacity planned by March 14, 2022.
Live music in Kingston cancelled until at least mid-January
Today, premier Doug Ford announced modifications to Step Two of Ontario's Roadmap to Reopen that restricts live music performances as of January 5 until at least January 17, 2022. These restrictions apply to indoor concert venues, theatres...
The Glorious Sons to premiere Kingston concert film New Year’s Eve
Filmed in Kingston back in February 2018, Little Prison City will premiere on December 31 via the band's mobile app.
Federal government pledges more support for venues and live music workers
Bill C-2 enables expanded eligibility for key programs helping those hardest hit by capacity restrictions.
More capacity limits for live music venues
Concert venues, bars and restaurants drop to 50% capacity as of December 19
Bill C-2 prolongs pandemic relief for hardest hit businesses
Government approves bill extending aid for music venues, live music workers.
Federal support for live music coming
New $60 million Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund to help individual live performance workers
KaKaow, Wally High among Mayor's Arts Awards recipients
Two Kingston music artists were recognized by Mayor Bryan Patterson for their artistic achievement and cultural contribution at the annual Mayor's Arts Awards ceremony on December 6, 2021 at the Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning.
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The Gertrudes celebrate album release with new song and video
New album, Emergency To Emergency out today, on Wolfe Island Records & Zunior
CLMA praises proposal in support of businesses facing COVID challenges
Liberals introduce new bill that makes good on commitments to save business and jobs that critical to Canada’s economy.
Kingston folk-rock Songstress Erika Lamon moves forward to “Catch the Light”
New single marks Lamon’s reemergence from two years touring her debut EP.
Five artists feature in second phase of City’s Local Arts Residency program
Miss Emily and The Gertrudes amongst new batch of Kingston artists selected.
New Keaton single "Real Kings" featuring King Los
Kingston hip hop artist collaborates with Puff Daddy protégé
New Finny McConnell solo LP "The Dark Streets of Love"
After 30 years, The Mahones founder and front man releases first-ever solo offering.
Kingston Live on The Morning Show
Kingston Live co-founder, Rob Howard, shows off the new Kingston Live website and discusses Kingston's thriving music scene with CKWS Global News' The Morning Show host, Bill Welychka.
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Local music compilation marks 20 years of KPP Concerts
Local concert promoter celebrates anniversary with new local music releases.
Michael C. Duguay Details Grand Theatre residency
Kingston musician is the first of four artists chosen for pilot program.
Doug Van der Horden combines advocacy and music at The Embassy
Doug vanderHorden is a passionate man. He’s been playing music for well over 20 years as a frontman, singer, guitarist, drummer, and percussionist. More recently, he’s been Kingston’s loudest civilian voice about the realities of huma...
Lotus Shaker talks new lineup, new music ahead of Toucan gig
Kingston’s Lotus Shaker has become, by accident, one of the busiest and most talked about bands in town. At the core of the band is powerhouse singer Brittany Blanche and her fiance, guitarist Dan Chisholm, who started performing togeth...
Kingston Live podcast establishing Kingston as Canadian music capital
Johnny San, co-host of the Kingston Live podcast, has no shortage of praise for the Kingston music scene.
“We’ve talked in almost every episode so far that Kingston has a disproportionate amount of talent for its size,” said San. “...
Kingston Music Scene Year in Review 2018
With 2018 planted firmly in the rearview mirror, it’s time for Kingstonist to take a look back at the year in local music.
Our thriving local music scene continued to provide great new music for us to hear. There were new releases in 201...
Kingston Music Scene Year in Review 2019
The Kingston music scene got a nice kickstart to 2019, as the Kingston Live podcast launched its first episode on January 1. Since then, they have produced 13 episodes, covering a variety of musical genres, along with all the major fest...
Kingston musician releases mental health-inspired album
A Kingston musician is using his time working in mental health as a means to give back to the sector locally. Rich Tyo has spent two years working on the songs that make up the new album ‘Inner Space Outer Space by Kingston group, JukeB...
Kingston Kiwanis Music Festival performers find provincial success
Close to 40 Kingston performers enter annual music competition.
Spencer Evans releases debut album
A long-awaited debut from one of Kngston's most accomplished musicians.
Local musicians join 'Music Across the Border' to benefit the United Way
If you’re from Kingston (or anywhere in Ontario, really) and you’re a music fan (or even if you aren’t), chances are you have heard of the two local musicians who will be featured in tomorrow night’s international telethon in suppor...
Non-profit music venue launches fundraiser CD
The Embassy assembling new compilation CD to raise funds for Kingston live music venue.
Holmberg sounds off on new audio venture
Kingston’s Aaron Holmberg has worked on some of Canada’s most iconic records.
The case for Kingston as the Music Capital of Canada
Why Kingston is Canada's top music destination, no contest.
Eighty local artists receive funding from the City of Kingston Arts Fund’s Resiliency Grant
$80,000 will be awarded directly to local artists
Local musicians join ‘Music Across the Border’ to benefit United Way
TV station brings together music artists from New York and eastern Ontario
Kingston musicians: Be featured on YGK Music 2021 playlists
The City of Kingston is seeking submissions from local musicians, groups and organizations that would like to have their music featured on two new YGK Music 2021 playlists. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on Friday, March 19.
“YGK Music ...
Kingston musician’s new single a tribute to farmers
Clem Chesterfield's “Date Night” speaks to making the most of the time we have.
Music comedy duo offer mentorship to high school students pursuing the arts
New program demonstrates the value of careers in the arts.
Sarah Harmer: Looking Back & Stepping Up
Kingston artist up for 2021 JUNO Award for Alternative Adult Album of the Year
The Gertrudes' tribute to tragic fire
Proceeds from new song going to the Canadian Mental Health Association.
The Hip to Receive Humanitarian Award at 2021 JUNOS
Kingston's The Tragically Hip will be presented with the 2021 Humanitarian Award during the 50th annual JUNO Awards broadcast on Sunday, June 6, 2021.
Exclusive! The Mahones announce original lineup St. Patrick's Day 2022 hometown show
Frontman Finny McConnell leaks several surprises during rare interview.
Kingston Artists in Running for Searchlight 2021
Three Kingston-based acts are in the running for the 2021 Toyota Searchlight grand prize.
Tourism Kingston's Bandwidth series begins with "Record the Hit"
A Tourism Kingston local music education session featuring Justin Tessier of The Blue Stones, and Zane Whitfield or North of Princess Recording Studio.
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